GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

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WordMeaning
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
scalean instrument or machine for weighing
repelto drive back : repulse
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
impassionedfilled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
primto give a prim or demure expression to